12 August 2025

After three days of intensive technical discussions, the Electronic Communications Regulators of the Republic of Congo and Angola have made a significant stride towards bilateral cooperation in managing their shared radio frequency spectrum.

The meeting, held from August 5-7 in Pointe-Noire, brought together experts from the Postal and Electronic Communications Regulatory Agency (ARPCE) of Congo and the Angolan Institute of Communications (INACOM). The outcome was the validation of a draft agreement aimed at coordinating frequency use along their 231km border.

11 August 2025

Côte d'Ivoire and Liberia have formalised a pioneering free roaming agreement. The memorandum of understanding was exchanged between the Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA) and the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Côte d'Ivoire (ARTCI), marking a significant step towards easing communication barriers between the neighbouring nations.

The agreement allows mobile phone users to retain their SIM cards and phone numbers when crossing the border, while enjoying local rates for outgoing calls, text messages, and data services. Incoming calls will be free of charge for the first 30 days of a user's stay, and activating the ‘data roaming’ feature will automatically enable the service without any additional formalities. Clarence K. Massaquoi, Chairman of the LTA, emphasised the cultural and familial ties between the two nations, noting that many communities along the Cavalla River share land, traditions, and daily routines. He highlighted that high international roaming charges have long been a barrier for local families and traders, and this agreement aims to remove that obstacle.